Some of you may have noticed that Mystic Falls has a disproportionately high number of outrageously beautiful residents. I’m not gonna lie, there are some hot guys and gorgeous women living in this town, and if you live here, eventually you’re going to want to take somebody out on a date. Beware, my friends! Dating local poses a large number of hazards that don’t really come up a lot in other places (unless you live in Sunnydale, CA) and any one of these can totally ruin your night…and your life expectancy. Before you ask anyone out in Mystic Falls, make sure you consult this handy lists of what to do, and not do, if you don’t want the night to go spectacularly wrong.

10 DOs & DON’Ts For Dating In Mystic Falls

10. Don’t get your ex and best friend to double with you. Twice the awkwardness, none of the sex.